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California IT in Education K-12 IT Basics Academy

K-12 IT Basics Academy

Short name: ED-k12itbasics
Best for: Early Career, New Technicians, New to K-12 / Self Paced (Asynchronous) On Demand Course / Length: 90-Minutes

Description

Get up to speed quickly and confidently in the world of K-12 technology support.

K-12 IT Basics is a self-paced, beginner-friendly course designed to help new and aspiring technicians succeed in school environments. Whether you're just starting out, transitioning into K-12, or looking to strengthen your foundation, this course gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills you need to thrive.

In just 90-120 minutes, you’ll learn how to:

  • Support staff, students, and administrators with confidence by understanding their unique technical needs
  • Anticipate common support demands throughout the school year
  • Communicate effectively using everyday education and IT terminology
  • Deliver professional, empathetic customer service in a fast-paced school setting

The course is fully self-led and hosted in MapleLMS, allowing you to start anytime and learn at your own pace. Through a mix of engaging videos, interactive activities, and concise readings, you’ll gain real-world insights you can apply immediately.

Who should enroll?

  • New technicians in their probationary period
  • IT staff without prior K-12 specific training
  • Aspiring technicians interested in working in schools

Cost: $40 for CITE members, $80 for non-members; if your department has a Team Membership, consider adding your employee onto your account before purchasing the course to take advantage of the member discount.

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Welcome to K-12 IT Basics!
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Welcome to K-12 IT Basics!
About this Course
About CITE
CITE Academy Pre-Class Survey
VIDEO: Claudia Cruz Fermin
Read: The K-12 Environment for IT Workers
Watch: Core Roles and Responsibilities
What does your IT team look like?
VIDEO: Connor Rose
Watch: Seasonal Phases Throughout the Year
Take the Calendar Quiz!
VIDEO: Eric Ransom
Review: Compliance Terms
Which of the following does your LEA utilize currently?
Review: IT Acronyms
Take the Acronym Quiz!
Watch: What's a COE, BOE, BR, AR?
Watch: Why Customer Service Matters
Read: Best Customer Service Practices in K-12 Environments
Watch: Professionalism and Trust
VIDEO: Jenilee Peñaflor
Recap & Thank You

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